Ohio enacts 'shameful' 'Don't Say Gay' bill as Gov. Mike DeWine signs
Activists say the so-called "Parents' Bill of Rights" will "make schools less safe for LGBTQ+ students."
January 9, 2025
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After decades of silent protest, advocates and students speak out for LGBTQ+ rights
This year, for the first time, the “Day of Silence” morphed into a day of action called the “Day of (NO) Silence.”
April 13, 2024
Florida students allowed to talk about sexual orientation, gender identity after 'don't say gay' settlement
A legal settlement established that certain discussions of sexual orientation and gender identity are absolutely permitted in Florida schools.
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March 11, 2024
Florida school districts still try to protect LGBTQ+ students despite ‘don’t say gay’ law
In response to restrictive state laws, districts including Leon County are adopting guidelines to support LGBTQ+ students.
January 6, 2024
Log Cabin Republicans President on Giving Antigay Mike Johnson 'The Benefit of the Doubt'
Charles Moran, who runs the group of LGBTQ+ Republicans, spoke about the new speaker in a recent interview.
November 24, 2023
Florida Students Limited to Excerpts of Shakespeare Due to 'Sexual' Themes
Florida’s “don’t say gay” law is now depriving students of accessing some of the most read works in the English language.
August 9, 2023
Kamala Harris Gives Fiery Speech About Florida Whitewashing History of Slavery
“To debate whether enslaved people benefited from slavery — are you kidding me?” she said.
July 21, 2023
Ron DeSantis may be tapped by Donald Trump to head Defense Department
As Pete Hegseth sinks, the Florida governor and his anti-LGBTQ+ record may fill the void.
December 4, 2024
Ron DeSantis and Disney reach settlement in suit over governing control
The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District approves a settlement over control of Walt Disney World’s governing district, signaling an end to the two-year-long clash between Ron DeSantis and Disney.
March 27, 2024
Two Americas for queer people: HRC report finds stark differences in LGBTQ+ rights at the state level
It was the worst year ever for anti-LGBTQ+ state legislation, but there were some significant victories.
January 30, 2024
Mike Johnson’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Legislation Opposed by Americans: Survey
A new Data for Progress poll highlights the nation’s split views on a controversial “don’t say gay or trans” bill, as more of Mike Johnson’s record comes under scrutiny.
November 16, 2023
Florida School District Bans Trans Employees From Using Their Pronouns
The version of Ron DeSantis’s “anti-woke” Florida seems to include restrictions on some people’s speech.
August 8, 2023
Florida man who threatened judge over 'don't say gay' suit gets five-year sentence
Stephen Jay Thorn, a retired teacher, was incensed that the judge dismissed a challenge to the law and made light of bullying.
August 31, 2024
Texas Gov. Greg Abbott: 'We want to end' trans and gender nonconforming teachers
Texas Governor Greg Abbott announced in a keynote speech to the Young Conservatives of Texas an intention to "end" trans and GNC teachers being able to teach.
April 22, 2024
Navy vet opposes Moms for Liberty-backed homeschool advocate for Florida school board seat
Travis Akers, a veteran and social justice advocate, confronts Melody Bolduc’s far-right ties in a battle over educational policies and inclusivity in Duval County schools.
March 19, 2024
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis files for moral bankruptcy
DeSantis, now a failed Republican presidential candidate, based his campaign on his bigotry. Look where that got him.
January 23, 2024
Meet the Florida drag queen advocating for safe spaces for LGBTQ+ youth
Jason DeShazo, also known as Momma Ashley Rose, has made it his mission to open a center that will support LGBTQ+ youth and their allies.
January 15, 2024
This Florida county spent $800k to show its support for LGBTQ+ people
Broward County’s $800,000 investment in a Rose Parade float was a symbol of inclusivity and diversity, challenging Florida’s current political climate.
January 3, 2024
Disney Warns of Punishing Businesses for ‘Disfavored Views’ in Lawsuit Against Florida's Ron DeSantis
Disney alleges a retaliatory takeover of its governing district following its opposition to Florida's “don’t say gay” law.
November 2, 2023